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Cartesian handling systems - a technical comparison with conventional robots
Why is it worthwhile to use Cartesian handling systems?
The trend in conventional assembly and handling solutions is moving from robots to energy-efficient and cost-optimized systems. And no wonder, conventional robot solutions are too large-scale for many applications and frequently offer more functions and degrees of freedom than are actually required.
Energy-efficient and cost-optimized 2D and 3D systems - whether in a technology mix with electrical and pneumatic components or components that are purely pneumatic, purely electrical - can be adapted more easily and efficiently to linear and rotational applications. Optimizations in mechanical systems, procurement, programming and installation space can be exploited more effectively.
This white paper contains information on:
- Cartesian handling systems in an overview
- Functional differences between the various systems
- Key factors and selection aids for selecting a handling system
White paper: Robots
There's one for every job - How to choose the right one
In the popular imagination, robots are large, dumb machines for doing dull, muscular, repetitive tasks with precision and accuracy. That’s only part of today’s robotics world. Robots now come in many sizes and configurations, with two to seven axes. They can do simple or complicated work, even surgery. For both factory and process automation, there’s one to suit just about any application or budget – anywhere productivity can be enhanced by automating the movement of tooling or payloads, or performing production tasks better or faster. Payloads can be anything from computer chips weighing a gram to locomotive wheelsets weighing over a ton.
This white paper provides information on:
- Automation 3.0: History of robotics
- Different types of robot technologies
- Benefits and limitations of each technology
- Factors to consider in selecting the right robot for the job
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Regardless of whether it involves linear movement, rotation, gripping or stopping: our electromechanical axes and modules leave nothing to be desired and can be used to achieve virtually every common automation task in machines and systems – perfectly coordinated with our servomotors or your in-house standard.
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Easily connect your mechanics and control technology with our servo drives and servo motors. Profit from simple engineering, perfectly coordinated hardware and complete flexibility thanks to direct integration into virtually any automation environment – including commissioning with just a few steps in the Festo Automation Suite software.
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Our highlight products in electric automation
Installation and control concepts influence each other. This means that automation architectures have to be cleverly networked to achieve seamless connectivity. Hardware and software work together intelligently on the Festo Automation Platform – a perfect and seamless combination of controller, servo drive and mechanics. The wide range of mechanical systems offers a solution for virtually any motion requirement. And the Festo Automation Suite software ensures quick and perfect commissioning of all electrical and mechanical hardware components.
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